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Problem Solving Champions

Problem Solving Practice

Day 165of 180
Week 33of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Solve simple addition and subtraction problems using manipulatives

2

Practice counting and basic number operations

3

Develop problem-solving skills with a joyful attitude

📖 Scripture Connection

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Trust in Yahweh with all your heart, and don't lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

— Proverbs 3:5-6 (WEB)

Just like solving math problems requires careful thinking, trusting God helps us solve life's challenges

📦 Materials Needed

  • Counting bears
  • Problem cards
  • Story mat
  • Small whiteboard and marker
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Welcome to today's BibleMouse math adventure! Let's review what we learned yesterday about sharing and subtraction.

💭 Review Question: Can you show me how we subtract treats?
2Teaching (5 min)

Today we're becoming Problem Solving Champions! We'll use our counting bears to solve tricky math challenges.

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Sometimes math problems can seem hard, but we can solve them step by step
  • God helps us when things feel difficult
  • We'll use our bears to help us count and solve problems
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • What makes a good problem solver?
  • How can we stay calm when a math problem feels tricky?
3Activity: Bear Problem Solving Challenge (6 min)
game

Students solve mixed addition and subtraction problems using counting bears on a story mat

📝 Instructions:
  1. Draw a problem card
  2. Use bears to represent the numbers
  3. Solve the problem carefully
  4. Check your answer
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Use fewer bears and simpler problems

Challenge: Add more complex word problems

4Closing (3 min)

Celebrate our problem-solving success and review what we learned

📝 Review Questions:
  • What math problem did you solve today?
  • How did you use your bears to help you?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll explore patterns in God's wonderful creation!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

PK4 students are developing foundational math skills through play and hands-on learning

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Be patient and encouraging
  • Use positive reinforcement
  • Make math feel like a fun game
🤔 Common Struggles:

Staying focused and managing frustration with new challenges

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Enthusiasm, persistence, and basic counting skills

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Create a math journal in the BibleMouse Printables Library
  • Sing a counting song from the BibleMouse Song Collection

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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